Team and Events Assistant

Position: Philanthropy Team and Events Assistant
Location: Cambridge / Hybrid (minimum of 3 days in the office)
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week (part time considered)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday, 26th July 2026 (vacancy may close earlier if filled)

About The Role

The Team and Events Assistant will play a critical role in the delivery of a successful fundraising programme. Reporting to the Special Events Manager, the role will provide exposure across a successful philanthropy programme and a wider events calendar at an exciting time for the charity, as we run two capital campaigns for two current ground‑breaking hospitals.

Key Responsibilities

- Act as the first point of contact for enquiries, providing administrative support and coordinating diaries, meetings and committee activities.
- Maintain and update CRM records, ensuring accurate data management, reporting and event administration.
- Coordinate financial processes, including purchase orders, invoices and budget‑related administration.
- Support the planning and delivery of a diverse programme of fundraising, stewardship and special events.
- Manage event logistics, including invitations, RSVPs, guest communications, materials, supplier liaison and venue arrangements.
- Provide on‑site event support, including registration, set‑up, pack‑down and stakeholder engagement.

About You





We are looking for someone with experience of working in a support role. This could include supporting various teams in general administration, events management or the fundraising function within a charity.

Requirements

- Great communication skills.
- Excellent eye for detail with strong organisational skills.
- Experience managing multiple priorities and strict deadlines.
- Conscientious approach to work.
- Good team player.
- Strong numeracy and computer literacy with Microsoft Office packages.
- Ability to build strong relationships and inspire and motivate supporters.
- Ability to work unsupervised whilst also being a team player.
- Enthusiastic with a positive attitude, empathy and understanding.

Inclusion

We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and identities. Every new team member brings a unique perspective, helping us enrich and diversify our charity.

Benefits

- Pension Scheme with 7% Employer Contribution.
- 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Your Birthday off.
- Group Life Assurance (4× salary).
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay.
- Annual Eye Tests + £65 towards computer‑use glasses.
- On‑site Leisure Centre.
- NHS Discount Schemes.
- Health Cash Plan.
- Employee Assistance Programmes.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.

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